Conic projections

Conic projections are map-making methods that project the Earth's surface onto a cone placed over the globe, touching it along a line called a standard parallel. This technique preserves shape and distances relatively well near the standard parallel, making it useful for mapping large east-west areas like countries or continents. Since the cone touches the Earth along that line, areas farther from it are less accurate. These projections are commonly used for regional maps, especially in middle latitudes, to provide a balance between shape and distance accuracy across the mapped area.